Better understanding of the fermentation process could help struggling farmers. About 95% of cocoa is grown on small, family-run farms, employing around six million cocoa farmers worldwide.

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Once removed from their pods, beans go through a fermentation process at the farm, which can make a huge difference to their flavour. "Cocoa fermentation is a critical process in the production of ...